Sen. Louise Lucas

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural Senate resolution (SJ 118) that formally celebrates the life of Martin Gerald Farber. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The resolution was introduced on February 20, 2026, and passed by the Senate on March 5, 2026, as a ceremonial gesture. It serves solely to honor the memory of Martin Gerald Farber without implementing any concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SJ 132) honoring the late Charles Douglas Poindexter. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution simply expresses the Senate's recognition of Poindexter's life and contributions. It was passed unanimously by the Senate on March 5, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SJ 138) commending the Honorable Johnny E. Morrison. It does not create any new laws, policies, or affect any specific group or individual through legislative action. The resolution was formally introduced, laid on the clerk's desk, and approved by the Senate via voice vote on March 5, 2026. As a purely honorary measure, it has no binding effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 141) proposes holding a commemorative session at the Colonial Capitol in Williamsburg, Virginia. It would authorize the use of this historic site for a special legislative session to honor local history. The bill is currently referred to the Committee on Rules for further consideration. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 135), not a substantive bill. It formally expresses appreciation for Dr. Patricia Y. King's contributions, though it does not create any new laws or affect policy. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate via voice vote on March 5, 2026. It has no practical impact beyond recognizing an individual's service.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the Hampton Roads Chamber for its contributions to the community. It is a ceremonial resolution with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on constituents or regulations. The bill serves solely to recognize the Chamber's work through a formal Senate expression of appreciation. It was passed by the Senate via voice vote on March 5, 2026.

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 58.1-4000, 58.1-4002 through 58.1-4008, 58.1-4023, 58.1-4027, 58.1-4100, 58.1-4102, 58.1-4103, 58.1-4105 through 58.1-4117, 58.1-4119 through 58.1-4124, 58.1-4126, 58.1-4127, 58.1-4133, 58.1-4136, 58.1-4138, and 58.1-4140 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 58.1 a chapter numbered 40.1, containing articles numbered 1 through 2, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-4049 through 58.1-4074, by adding in Title 58.1 a chapter numbered 40.2, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-4075 through 58.1-4093, by adding in Title 58.1 a chapter numbered 42, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-4142 through 58.1-4172, by adding in Title 58.1 a chapter numbered 43, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-4173 through 58.1-4187, by adding in Title 58.1 a chapter numbered 44, containing articles numbered 1 through 6, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-4188 through 58.1-4236; and to repeal Article 1.1:1 (§§ 18.2-340.15 through 18.2-340.37) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2, §§ 58.1-4001, 58.1-4007.1, 58.1-4007.3, 58.1-4009 through 58.1-4022.1, and 58.1-4029, Article 2 (§§ 58.1-4030 through 58.1-4048) of Chapter 40 of Title 58.1, Chapter 29 (§§ 59.1-364 through 59.1-405) of Title 59.1, and Chapter 51 (§§ 59.1-556 through 59.1-570) of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to revenues, taxes, gaming, and lottery.

Budget Bill. Amends and reenacts Chapter 725 of the Acts of Assembly of 2025, which appropriates the public revenues for two years ending, respectively, on June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

A BILL for all appropriations of the Budget submitted by the Governor of Virginia in accordance with the provisions of § 2.2-1509, Code of Virginia, and to provide a portion of the revenues for the two years ending respectively on the thirtieth day of June, 2027, and the thirtieth day of June, 2028, and a BILL to amend and reenact § 58.1-416 of the Code of Virginia, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective; amend and reenact §§ 58.1-322.02, 58.1-322.03, 58.1-332, 58.1-339.8, 58.1-390.3, 58.1-422.4, 58.1-422.5, and 58.1-609.3 of the Code of Virginia; and repeal the third enactments of Chapters 256 and 257 of the Acts of Assembly of 2022 effective for taxable years beginning on and after January 1, 2027.

Income tax credit; braille labeling program. Creates a nonrefundable individual and corporate income tax credit, as applicable, for taxable years 2026 through 2030 for up to $50,000 of expenditures incurred in the development and implementation of a braille labeling program on products, items, or packages sold in or shipped within the Commonwealth. The bill specifies that the aggregate amount of such credits allowed for all taxpayers in a taxable year is $500,000 and that any credit not usable for the taxable year in which it is first allowed shall not be carried over for credit in any succeeding taxable year.